Scenario 6.3: You want to avoid the Peter Principle by getting promoted without being ready
You’re ambitious, but you want to be prepared for your next role. You’re aware that leaders can sometimes rise faster than their capability, and you want to avoid that trap.
Leadership Behaviours to Support This Challenge
| Code | Behaviour | Why It Matters |
| Y8 | Sharpen Your Tools | Proactive learning bridges the gap between your current and future role. |
| Y6 | Prioritise What Matters | Strategic focus ensures you’re developing the skills that count. |
| S15 | Plan with a Premortem | Anticipating future role challenges helps you prepare better. |
| T7 | Hold Meetings for Impact | Strong operational leadership is a key stretch point at senior levels. |
Suggested Approach
- Map out the key behaviours and skills required at the next level.
- Get feedback from those already in the role.
- Take on projects that stretch you now, before stepping up.
- Use coaching or reading to close gaps deliberately.